Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Heaven Hill
£96
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Heaven Hill |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Corn |
| ABV | 48.8% | 59.9% |
| Age | 11 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £95.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £96.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £95.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£95.5 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Islay?
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Heaven?
Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)